Service Details
A celebration of Lori’s life will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12 o’clock Noon at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. A visitation will be held on Saturday at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances can be made to the WI Humane Society.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to the WI Humane Society, 8900 16th Street, Mt. Pleasant, WI. would be appreciated by the family.
Lori S. Pingel-Horn, age 50, passed away on June 30, 2024.
Lori was born on April 22, 1974, in Amory, WI, the daughter of Willis A. and Karen L. (Krause) Pingel.
She attended Olympia Brown Elementary, Gilmore Middle School, and was a graduate of William Horlick High School.
Lori went on to receive her Associate Degree in Social Work from Gateway Technical College.
On December 10, 1993, at Holy Communion Lutheran Church she was united in marriage to James Horn.
Lori was a country music lover, especially the band Little Big Town and Toby Keith. She had a special place in her heart for the many cats she mothered throughout the years.
Lori is survived by her parents, Bill and Karen Pingel; a brother, Mark (Kathy) Pingel of Chesapeake VA; her nephews, Michael Pingel of Charleston, SC and Steven (Kim) Pingel of Chesapeake, VA; her great-nephews, Carter and Colin Pingel; her special friends, Jenny Willems, and Pat, Don, and Laurie Nielsen, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins, including her Godparents, Corvin and Chris Pingel.
Pat, Don and Laurie Nielsen says
We were fortunate enough to have Lori in our life for many years! She was the kindest, caring person you could ever meet. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her! She has been Laurie’s best friend for many years! Love you, Lori
Belinda says
Karen and Bill so sorry for the loss of Lori. I remember her when she was little. I used to babysit Mark when y’all used to go and play guitar as the Country Classics with my Dad Robert . So long ago. So many good memories .May she rest in Peace. ❤️
Jenny Willems says
I’m very blessed to have had Lori in my life for the short 9 years I’ve known her. She was a true genuine friend, and one of the most caring, kind, & selfless people I’ve ever known. Lori enjoyed giving heartfelt gifts and always sent cards too. Karen and Bill, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’m just relieved that Lori’s out of pain now and at peace. I’m also grateful that Lori has brought you both into my life, & I hope we continue to keep in touch. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I loved Lori very much. Rip my special friend until we meet again. I will miss you ❤
Sheila Blada says
Karen and Bill,
Please accept my condolences for your loss of Lori. She and I spent many hours together at O. Brown. She was so sweet, always willing and able to succeed at a given task. We usually were together 1 on 1 in the teacher student situation. So well remembered . My thoughts are with both of you at this trying time.
Sheila Blada
Sheila Blada says
Dear Karen and Bill,
Sincere condolences for your loss of sweet Lori. She and I were together in a student/teacher relationship between the two of us. She never disappointed !
So happy to read of her successes as she continued her education. Notable that she was such an animal lover! You two were great parents to help her onward in lifetime achievements.
Sheila Blada
Cheryl McDonald says
Karen and Bill so sorry for your loss of Lori. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Hugs
Linda & John Tropea says
Dear Karen, Bill and Mark,
We are so sorry for the passing of Lori.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.